This was a season all Crows supporters could be proud of. Never out of the top eight and finishing third after the home and away rounds.

Written off at the start of the year as bottom four material, Adelaide was a team not to be taken lightly by anyone.

The midfield of Andrew McLeod, Simon Goodwin, Mark Ricciuto and Kane Johnson was as good, if not better, than any going around. Throw in Ben Hart, Tyson Edwards, highflyer Brett Burton and rising stars Matthew Bode, Chris Ladhams, Michael Doughty and Graham Johncock and you can see why this side will be a threat for years to come.

Vying for 'match of the year' status, the semi final against Melbourne, after bursting out of the blocks, then throwing away a winning lead only to run all over the Demons was emotionally charged a win as you are ever likely to witness.